Auditions April 6-7, 7 PM, Backdoor Theater, 1619 49th St
"End of the Rainbow"
Myles Thoroughgood will direct this savagely funny drama featuring a glorius ensemble of Judy Garland's hits. He needs to cast 1 female singer, late 40s, and 3 males.
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Singers for the Judy Garland role should bring music tracks. Prepare 16-32 bars. Songs from the play are allowed but not mandatory. Arrive at auditions a few minutes early to fill out an audition form or download the audition form below.
ABOUT THE PLAY
End of the Rainbow is a dramatic play with music by Peter Quilter that centers on the final months of Judy Garland's life, specifically her comeback attempt in London during Christmas 1968. The story explores the tragic intersection of her immense talent, her crippling insecurities, and her dependency on alcohol and drugs.
CAST REQUIREMENTS
Judy Garland: Late 40s, A legendary, yet deeply troubled, singer struggling with addiction and insecurity. American, late forties, but looking much older
Mickey Deans: 30ish, Judy's younger fiancé and manager, who is also her supplier of drugs. Judy's American fiancé – early thirties.
Anthony: 50-60, a loyal and devoted English gay pianist who tries to protect Judy from her destructive lifestyle. Ideally should be able to play piano!
Radio Interviewer/ Porter/Assistant Stage Manager - Versatile Character Actor with the ability to perform in an English accent
The roles of Judy Garland and Mickey Deans are European American
All other roles are Open Casting / Any Ethnicity
Performances will be June 11-21, 2026 at the Catherine Hickman Theater.